Schwend signs with TSU

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Kirksville senior Scott Schwend signed his national letter of intent with the Truman State Bulldogs on Wednesday, becoming just the second player for KHS currently on the TSU roster.

“My main goal has always been to play college football, and to be able to do that in my hometown in front of all my friends and family is a big deal,” said Scott.

The signing took place at the Kirksville High School library. Scott was joined by his mom, Mary Jo, and his dad, Michael, as well as Kirksville head coach Jeff Jacques.

“Scott has had a love for the game for many, many years and it has always been one of his dreams to play college football. So this signing today is the pinnacle of that,” said Michael.

Scott rushed for 846 yards on 151 carries as a senior for the Tigers.

“This is very exciting, especially for him. He is very deserving of this. He has worked very hard and is and is an all-around great player and a true team player so I think he will fit in well at Truman,” said Jacques.

He has worked very hard academically so Truman is a great fit for that, it’s a thrill for him to be here because we have a large family and Scott is a big part of that, so to keep him around for four more years, we’ll take that,” said Mary Jo.

This honor hasn’t come without sacrifice for Scott.

“It has taken a lot of hard work, my teammates and coaches have helped me out so much. This wouldn’t be possible without them,” said Scott.